Recycling news: 2024

Policy & government Critical Minerals: UK - Indonesia memorandum of understanding A memorandum of understanding between Indonesia and the UK on a Strategic Partnership on Critical Minerals. GOV.UK · 29 Nov 2024 Policy & government Simpler Recycling in England: policy update This policy update explains the government's plans for Simpler Recycling in England. GOV.UK · 29 Nov 2024 Global GAIA Plastics Treaty Policy Update INC-5 Day 4: November 28, 2024 | Countries Converge around Plastic Reduction, Finance GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Product Recall: Flying Tiger Unicorn Hairband with Light (2411-0146) Product Recall for Flying Tiger Unicorn Hairband with Light presenting a serious risk of choking. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Council news What is your address? :: My Recycling and Waste - Merton Council Merton Council · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Training and events - Ecosurety Ecosurety · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news China Briefing 28 November 2024: How China approached COP29; Xi cuts energy deals in South America; Solar’s ‘disorderly’ expansion Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Bobcat dealers show solidarity with Valencia Catastrophic flash floods in Valencia, Spain, have caused at least 223 deaths. The cause is a phenomenon known as DANA (high-altitude isolated depression). Unlike typical storms, DANA can develop independently of jet streams. In response to the disaster, several Bobcat dealers have actively supported affected communities by sending machinery and personnel to assist with cleaning... Skip & Waste Magazine · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news European Parliament one step closer to final adoption of PPWR Valpak International Research Coordinator, Alexandra Hanna, shares an update on the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Valpak · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Self-service marine licensing Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Curbing plastic pollution: The EU’s commitment to a global plastics treaty The EU is determined to tackle plastic pollution with the final negotiations for the global treaty to start. Open Access Government — Environment · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Local authorities to receive indicative estimates today Defra has announced that local authorities in England, Scotland and Wales can expect to receive a Provisional Notice of Assessment today (28 November 2024). The notice will indicate estimates for year one of extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR). Defra added that local authorities in Northern Ireland will receive their Provisional Notices of Assessment “in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Nov 2024 Global Conference in Prague highlights need for higher energy and material security in the EU The post Conference in Prague highlights need for higher energy and material security in the EU appeared first on FEAD - European Waste Management Association . FEAD (European Waste Management Association) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news THE FRIDAY DIGEST: An egg and bacon sandwich Last week’s Digest was about chickens. This week it’s about eggs and it’s about bacon. And holding those together? Probably another bit of bacon if M&S has anything to do with it (wait for it…). First up, Compassion in World Farming’s Eggtrack report showing that UK companies are “leading the way” on cage-free eggs: 77% of the UK market is […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Plant-based alts have “better nutrition profile” than meat and dairy Good news for plant-based meat and dairy alternatives: the nutritional profile of plant-based meat alternatives is better overall than that of their animal-based equivalents, and the nutritional properties of plant-based milk alternatives are similar to cow’s milk. However, they’re only “slightly better”, said Proveg International which conducted the research: “[…] both categories have moderate… Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news EU auditors call for harmonised nutrition labelling and regulation of greenwashing Food labelling rules in the EU are full of holes, allowing brands to greenwash and confuse consumers with seemingly contradictory health claims, according to a new report by the European Court of Auditors (ECA). Labelling laws ensure information about the content and properties of food is provided. However, they are also often used to make products more […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Ambitious plastics treaty deal will be difficult The final talks to seal a global treaty on plastics, aka INC-5, kicked off this week. “Real world expectations versus my hopes and dreams are probably two quite different things at the moment,” said Christina Dixon in a podcast just before she headed out to Busan, South Korea with the team at the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA). […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 28 Nov 2024 Council news The Registrar’s Office - Fermanagh & Omagh District Council Fermanagh and Omagh Council · 28 Nov 2024 Global ISWA’s Key Contributions to INC5: Driving Global Action on Plastic Pollution ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news FOI reveals no vape fines issued since 2022 A Freedom of Information Request (FOI) to the Environment Agency (EA) has revealed that zero vaping businesses were fined or prosecuted between 2022 and May 2024 for failing to meet their WEEE responsibilities. Vape retailers are required by law to provide customers with a way of sending back used devices. In response, the UK Vaping … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Noxious emissions landfill site Walleys Quarry ordered to close The Environment Agency has ordered Walleys Quarry landfill to close after years of complaints from residents over foul-smelling odours. Circular Online (CIWM) · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news WRA launches updated WWC Toolkit The Wood Recyclers’ Association has launched an updated Toolkit to help operators understand recent changes to waste wood classification. Wood Recyclers Association · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news CSG acquires £5m UK tankering business Waste management company CSG has acquired tankering business Eurotech Environmental. The acquired company has an annual turnover of approximately £5 million. Based in Newark, Nottinghamshire, the tankering business has a fleet of 18 tankers and 16 drivers which specialise in the tankering of both domestic and industrial waste including cesspits, septic tanks, sewage treatment plants, … Read Mor… letsrecycle.com News · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Bagshot recycling centre in Surrey to be shut down The BBC has reported that a community recycling centre on Swift Lane in Bagshot, Surrey will be shut down. The plans were approved by Surrey county council on Tuesday (26 November 2024) despite 93% of consultation respondents disproving of the move. The public consultation was open between 16 September and 11 October and received 1,079 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Environment Agency issues Closure Notice to Walleys Quarry Ltd The Environment Agency has issued a Closure Notice to Walleys Quarry Ltd requiring the closure of its Newcastle-under-Lyme landfill site. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news December 2024 Building Resilient Communities. We look at some of the ways Community Wood Recycling helps people in taking the 5 steps to mental health recommended by the NHS, supporting their health as well as the health of our communities. We also find out how Glasgow Wood helped wood from COP26 stay in circulation for years afterwards. Community Wood Recycling · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Future of the subsurface This Foresight report examines the future role, uses and planning of the subsurface. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government Ms H M Angus v Academy Enterprises Trust: 2600051/2022 and Others Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news ASAN Wood Saints makes trophies for West Midlands Combined Authority The West Midlands Combined Authority commissioned Wood Saints to make trophies for organisations awarded their Community Environment Fund and Community Green Grant Fund 2024. The trophies are made from reclaimed wood and metal offcuts. It's great to see all the fantastic projects being supported by these funds, and to hear all the [...] Community Wood Recycling · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news The Carbon Brief Interview: Prof Lyu Wenbin and Prof Bai Quan The Academy of Macroeconomic Research (AMR) is a research institution under the direct supervision of... Carbon Brief · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news What circular economy policies do British businesses want the Government to implement? With less than 8% of materials circulated back into the UK economy after use, The British Chambers of Commerce has called upon Ministers to enact enabling policies to scale investment in the circular economy. edie — Circular Economy tag · 28 Nov 2024 Council news Staplehurst conservation area - docs.maidstone.gov.uk Maidstone Council · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government The 'shadow fleet': a call to action Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ poses a threat to our nations and others who depend on the world’s seas and oceans. We are coming together today determined to address the risks that the ‘shadow fleet’ poses to the environment, maritime safety and security in Europe and beyond, the integrity of international seaborne trade, and respect for international maritime law. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government BS11 9BT, Day Group Limited: environmental permit issued – EPR/DP3332JX/V005 View the permit issued for Avonmouth IBA Recycling Facility, Avonmouth under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES UK’S FIRST SUPERMARKET BUILD YOUR OWN GINGERBREAD TRAIN KIT AS #GINGERBREADTRAIN TREND SURPASSES 21 MILLION VIEWS ON TIKTOK Aldi is delivering all the Christmas joy this year with the launch of its NEW Build Your Own Gingerbread Train Kit (£5.99, 1,035g) and return of the fan favourite Build Your Own Gingerbread House (£5.99, 900g). Both available in stores from 28th November. The perfect wholesome activity for the school holidays or a cosy Christmas […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news RECOUP Updates Recyclability by Design Guidelines Amid Rising Compliance Costs and Financial Impact of Extended Producer Responsibility The post RECOUP Updates Recyclability by Design Guidelines Amid Rising Compliance Costs and Financial Impact of Extended Producer Responsibility appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government AAIB Report: ATR 72-202, G-NPTF, 7 March 2023 Rudder control restriction during landing flare, Belfast International Airport on 7 March 2023 GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government AAIB investigation to ATR 72-202, G-NPTF, 7 March 2023 ATR 72-202 (G-NPTF), rudder control restriction during landing flare, Belfast International Airport, 7 March 2023 GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024 Industry news Trilux achieves top EcoVadis rating Trilux has been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Platinum rating for its commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and corporate ethics. EcoVadis […] Recolight · 28 Nov 2024 Policy & government STEM ReCharge programme evaluation Evaluation of the STEM ReCharge pilot programme to support people returning to careers in technology and engineering in the Midlands and North of England. GOV.UK · 28 Nov 2024